Meaning
consecration, crowning
- the act of dedicating to a sacred or religious purpose
- ultimate official recognition or crowning success in a career or field
In a sentence
La vittoria all'Oscar ha rappresentato la consacrazione definitiva della sua carriera.
Winning the Oscar represented the ultimate recognition of her career.
Il rito della consacrazione della nuova chiesa si terrà domenica.
The rite of consecration of the new church will be held on Sunday.
Questo premio sancisce la consacrazione internazionale del giovane regista.
This award marks the young director's international breakthrough.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| consacrazione | feminine · singular |
| consacrazioni | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- In modern usage, frequently used figuratively for critical acclaim or artistic breakthrough.